[Easy Guide] How to Unroot Any Android Device

Why unroot your android device?

Once an android user attempts to optimize his android device's capability, rooting android is always a frequent recommendation as it can allow modifications to the system software of any android device, whether a phone or a tablet. But, there are cases that you need to bring your android device to its service center for tuneup or whenever there's somethings gone wrong with the device out of the box and you need to unroot it to restore its warranty. When you are in a situation like that, this article might help you.

If you are looking for a guide on how to completely unroot your Android device (phone or tablet), you're in a perfect place. The guide below will be showing the methods of unrooting most android devices.

How to Unroot Any Android Device

Before anything else, backup your ROM first just to be safe.

• Backup using CWM recovery
• Backup using TWRP

Manually Unroot Any Android Device

1. Download and install any file explorer/manager on your device which  is capable of accessing the root system. For those who doesn't have one, here's ES File Explorer which is a free downloadable app from Google Play Store.

2. Open ES File Explorer or any similar app.

3. From the ES File Explorer or any similar app, tap on the slash symbol "/", but if you are using Root Explorer, tap on the the plus button "+" below and select Root Tab or something like that. If it asks you for root access, grant it.

Now we need to delete the su file from bin or xbin folder.

4. Now, go to System > Bin > folder and find the su file, if there's any, delete it. If there's none, proceed to step 5.

5. Go back to System folder and open the Xbin folder. Find the su file and delete it.

6. Navigate back to System folder and delete the superuser app you are using. Delete either Superuser.apk or SuperSU.apk.

Unroot Any Android Device with SuperSU

1. Open SuperSU app from your phone's app drawer or app list.

2. Navigate to Settings tab.

3. Find and select Full unroot.

4. Let the app to process your request. Done!

Unrooting Any Android Device using Framaroot

If you have used Framaroot to root your android device, you can use it too for unrooting it. This works especially when you have Qualcomm, MTK-based android device, etc..

1. Download and install Framaroot in your android device.

2. Select Unroot.

3. Click Boromir for MTK-based, Gandalf for Qualcomm-based, Aragorn for Samsung,

4. Wait and you are done.

Install / Flash TWRP Custom Recovery on Android? Here's How

On this article, we will going to discuss how are you going to install or flash TWRP Recovery, another custom recovery that has advance functions than the stock recovery, to any android device.

TWRP short for TeamWin Recovery Project is a custom recovery that has a lot of built-in features than the stock recovery. It is designed with a fully touch driven user interface, very easy to use and a theme-able GUI.

If you already knew about ClockworkMod Recovery (CWM) and learned how to install / flash CWM Recovery to your android device on this blog, you will surely discover their differences. The first thing you will notice is that TWRP is has a touch enabled interface while CWM Recovery originally does not support touch interface however, using volume rocker and power/home buttons for navigation and selection unless there's a special touch version of the said recovery.

How to install / flash TWRP custom recovery on android

Using GooManager app (Recommended by TWRP)

1 You must download this free app GooManager from Play Store and install it to your device.

2 Once installed, open the app and tap Menu then select Install OpenRecoveryScript, tap Yes.

3 Confirm if it is your device or select it manually and hit Yes. The file will download and your device will install the recovery automatically.

4 If it's done, tap Reboot recovery and confirm it. Your phone will now reboot to your new recovery.

5 Explore and enjoy your new recovery.


You may now flash your mods, ROMs, backup and restore your android device.



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Best and Easy Ways To Root Any Android Device

Welcome. Now, you have finally decided to root your android device but I'm surely know you are looking for the best and easy ways to root it. Well, you came to the right place. In this article, we will going to discuss about the ways which you could use to successfully root any android device including yours.

Before we begin, you have to prepare all the necessity. Please make sure to know all about what is rooting and its pros and cons and you have the android device in hand as well as its drivers. What we need here is a good brain and patience because this will be a good start for tweaking your device.

How To Root Any Android Device Without PC

Using Framaroot

This method of rooting is one of the the best and most popular way to root most android devices. With Framaroot, we will have the ability to root most any android devices in a very safe and easy manner without actually using a computer. Here is the list of the android devices that have successfully rooted by this application.

1 Download Framaroot and place it to the SD-card of your android device.

2 Using your android device, find the Framaroot.apk on your SD-card which you have downloaded.

3 Install Framaroot.apk by tapping it and select Install. (Make sure you have enabled Unknown Sources from Settings - Security - Unknown sources)

4 Open the installed Framaroot app, select Install SuperSU and tap Boromir (depends on devices, try Barahir if it doesn't work) try what exploit is for you, it won't hurt your phone.

5 Wait for the success prompt then reboot your device.

6 Check if you are successfully rooted by downloading and installing Root Checker app from Play Store.

7 Done.

How To Root Any Android Device With PC

Using VRoot

Vroot's goal is providing the excellent and simplest experience for all android users. The newest version of Vroot have supported for more than 8000 kinds of Android devices. It is more effective, easier and faster than you can imagine.

1 Download the app VRoot for Windows PC.

2 Install it. Just click Next and Launch it.

3 Connect your android device and make sure that USB Debugging mode is enabled from Settings - Developer Options.

4 From VRoot on your PC, click Root.

5 Wait for the result. If it's a success, your device will reboot and you can now disconnect your android device from your PC.
6 Check if you are successfully rooted by downloading and installing Root Checker app from Play Store.
7 Done.

Using Root Genius

1 First, download ADB driver as well as Root Genius. Install the driver and extract Root Genius to your desired location.

2 Set your Android Device in USB Debugging mode. Go to Settings - Developer Options.

3 Connect your Device to your PC/Laptop,

4 Open Root Genius (make sure to run it as admin), your device must be recognized, if not, install your ADB drivers first. If your phone was recognized, press "Root Now" to start the process.

5 Wait for the process to be completed and your phone should reboot, if not, reboot it manually.

6 Done. Check your app drawer if there was superuser or supersu app installed and use apps like root checker to verify that your are fully rooted.

Using Kingo

Kingo One Click Root is the best & easy-to-use rooting software with high success rate for Windows. Support almost every Android devices and all Android versions.

1 Download and Install Kingo for Windows.

2 Run Kingo Android Root as administrator and connect your Android device to your PC via USB cable. Wait for the drivers to completely load.

3 Enable USB Debugging mode from Settings - Developer options from your android device. Just follow the instructions shown on the Kingo based to your Android version. Carefully read the notifications before continuing.

4 Click ROOT to begin the rooting process. It could take 3 up to 5 minutes for the rooting process to be completed. (Don't unplug the USB cable).

5 When done, click Finish and it will reboot your phone.

6 Check if you are successfully rooted by downloading and installing Root Checker app from Play Store.

7 Done.

Using Unlock Root

Unlock Root roots and unlocks the bootloader of various android devices. They have their own way of rooting and ulocking. To use this method for you to root your phone, they have their guides provided on each android device.

Just visit Unlock Root and follow their own guides for your device.


References:

www.mgyun.com/en/getvroot‎
forum.xda-developers.com/apps/framaroot/root-framaroot-one-click-apk-to-root-t2130276
http://www.android-root.com/index.htm
http://www.unlockroot.com/
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Easy Guide How To Flash / Install ClockworkMod Recovery on Android

When looking for a tweak to apply in our device, most of it requires us to install them by flashing through a custom recovery. ClockworkMod Recovery (CWM) comes to our minds first whenever thinking of a custom recovery.

Custom recovery is a replacement for the stock recovery which contains advance functions that the stock recovery lacks, therefore, it will allow us to do advance enhancements to our android device. Android has an inbuilt recovery that contains basic functions such as resetting settings and data, installing minor updates and wiping cache. With a custom recovery, we can do more of tweaking our device such as installing and updating apps or system apps, tweaking android kernels, themes, partitioning, wiping Dalvik cache, install, backup and restore firmwares, fix permissions, wiping battery stats and more.

The popular custom recoveries out there are ClockworkMod Recovery, which we will discuss on this article, and another one is TWRP recovery which is a touch enabled custom recovery.

CWM Recovery was made by Koushik "Koush" Dutta. It is based on the Android 2.1 (Eclair) recovery image. Features include Nandroid backup, adb shell, advanced update.zip options (ignore asserts and signature checks), and file browser for choosing update.zips.

Now, we are going to install the latest CWM Recovery to your android device with this easy guide.

How To Flash / Install ClockworkMod Recovery on Android Using ROM Manager

1 Root your phone and turn on internet connection.

2 With ROM Manager, we can easily install ClockworkMod Recovery on most android devices. Download ROM Manager and Install it, this is free to download at Play Store.

3 After installing ROM Manager, open it and select Flash ClockworkMod Recovery under Recovery.

4 Confirm your device and it will download the CWM recovery that suits your device so wait for it.

5 You have to grant Superuser Rights.

6 When the download and installation of the recovery is done, verify it by booting to Recovery.

7 Done. If you encountered errors during the process, repeat the steps.

For those who already have their ClockworkMod Recovery Image, follow this step below to install it via Terminal Emulator.

How To Flash / Install ClockworkMod Recovery on Android With Terminal Emulator

1 Make sure your android device is rooted.

2 Download Terminal Emulator at Play Store.

3 Place your Recovery.img to the root of your SD-card so it is easy to flash. If you don't have one, download Recovery for your device from ClockworkMod Site.

4 Open Terminal Emulator and type the following code in order:

su

dd if=/sdcard/Recovery.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p13 

5 Wait for the process to be done before rebooting into recovery.

The look and feel varies from phone to phone or version by versions.

If this method of installing ClockworkMod Recovery does not work on your device, use this another method.

ClockworkMod Recovery For MediaTek Devices

Using ClockworkMod Recovery

To use this recovery, you must boot first to recovery. If you are already on the CWM Recovery interface, the only way to navigate and select your desired functions are through pressing the Volume Rocker keys and the Power or sometimes Home button, not unless it was a custom or unofficial version of ClockworkMod Recovery in which Touch support was enabled.


References:

http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/ClockworkMod_Recovery

https://www.clockworkmod.com/rommanager 

Easy Ways How To Backup Rooted and Unrooted Android Device

Android is such an awesome mobile OS capable of doing awesome tasks. One thing you can't deny with it is its ability to secure and backup its data which a user could restore whenever the user encounters serious problems with their android devices.

After years of using android devices, I can't remember how many times I have faced errors on my android device whenever I am trying mods and scripts. What made me solved them is through restoring my backup. Rooted and unrooted android device is a different situation. You must know it well so better check out What is Rooting, Pros and Cons.

If you have been too confused on the easy ways how to backup rooted and unrooted android devices, then here are those methods I compiled which I have actually used ever since before.

Ways How To Backup Unrooted Android Device

1 Google's Built-in Auto Sync Feature.
This feature is inbuilt in our android devices. Whenever we add a Gmail account and enabling Auto Sync, it will sync our contact list as well as the App Info of the apps that are currently installed in our android device and send it to Google's cloud server. We can then restore it by retrieving the contacts from the server and the apps only after adding the same Gmail account. Using this method will not allow us to backup our messages and app data which is a big down.

2 Ultimate Backup Tool for PC
Using this tool installed in your PC, you will have the ability to fully backup and restore without even rooting your android device or unlocking your bootloader. However, to use this tool, your device must be Android version 4.0 and above or else it won't work. You will be able to unlock your bootloader without worrying for your data to lose. Get it here.

3 Using 3rd Party Android Apps
What is amazing with android is its Play Store which allow us to download tons of free and paid apps which could optimize our android devices and tablets. Here are the apps that are available for download which you can use on backing up your android device, I have tested them and they worked great.

• GO Backup & Restore Pro - This app works whether your android device is rooted or unrooted. It allows you to backup and restore your data such as contacts, messages, system settings, application files (APK) and app data. A user friendly app perfect for new android users. Get From Play Store.
• My Backup - Another amazing app for backing up that works even on unrooted android devices. In obvious cases, a rooted android device can gain more benefits. This app can do backups on your Apps, Music, Videos, Photos, Contacts, Call log, Bookmarks, Messages, Calendar, System Settings, Home Screens (including shortcut positions), Alarms, Dictionary, Music Playlists, APNs and more. Isn't it great for a free app? You can save the backup data directly from your SD card or can go with the secured server from which developer is offering. You can also extend these benefits by purchasing Pro License. Get From Play Store.

Ways How To Backup Rooted Android Device

1 Nandroid Backup

This is a very popular method of backup in which so many rooted android users are using. This method allows the user to fully backup the state of their android devices fast and easy through the use of Custom Recovery. By booting from the custom recovery and doing the backup procedure, it will backup your entire ROM state to your sdcard. You can also fully restore it as well by booting again from custom recovery then doing the restore procedure. It is fully understandable so there's nothing to worry.

2 Using 3rd App for Android - Titanium Backup

This android app was considered the best and the most powerful backup utility tool for Android devices. With Titanium Backup, you will be able to backup, restore, freeze (with Pro) your android apps + data + Market links. This includes all protected apps and system apps, plus external data on your SD card. You can do 0-click batch & scheduled backups. Backups will operate without closing any apps (with Pro). You can move any app (or app data) to/from the SD card. You can browse any app's data and even query the Market to see detailed information about the app. Get from Play Store

If you are done backing up, prepare to root your android device..

Android devices got so much of exciting features that ease our daily technical needs. One of these features is how to use any android phone as a broadband through USB tethering. Another ways of tethering was previously posted in this blog where you can learn how to create a WiFi hotspot using android device which can be compared as Pocket WiFi feature. There are plenty of android users out there who are not able to explore their android device well, actually, the features present in an android device are quite hidden in the system as some are not accessible and some terms are very technical to understand. It is always good to play safe but it is good to know the hidden features of your device, that is why Android How is here to inform you the ways of android thingy.

How to Use Android Phone as Broadband | USB Tethering

Before we start, you must have a working internet connection from your android device. It does not matter if it is a prepaid or postpaid plan as long as you can connect to the internet. Take note that all restrictions from your ISP will still be your restrictions when sharing your connection after this method.

There will be 2 working methods on how to use your android phone as broadband or USB Tethering. First method is by using the built in feature of your device which is good for normal users and another one is by downloading a third-party apps from Google Play Store which allows you to configure more of tethering capabilities. What I will show you is how you will be able to do USB Tethering without using any third-party applications.

Step 1 Enable the Data Connection from your device. If you do not know how to do that, go to your device Settings > Wireless and Networks > Mobile Networks and enable the Data Connection. There should be a mobile network type that appeared above your signal status like (3G, H, LTE, EDGE)

Step 2 Go to your device Settings > Developer Options and check USB Debugging. Enable this to avoid possible connection problems.

Step 3 Connect your phone to your computer via USB cable. It is always recommended to install proper drivers of your phone to avoid possible problems to occur.

Step 4 Go to your device Settings > Wireless and Networks > Tethering and Portable Hotspot and tap USB Tethering to enable it.

Step 5 Wait for your computer to detect your android device, process and configure your adapter and IP. Notice that the Network Connection icon on the lower right side of your computer is connecting. If not, install your device drivers.

Step 6 Wait for your network to be completely established before trying to browse the internet. If you can browse then you are done, if not, repeat the steps until you are able to connect.

NOTE: Some ROM's are having problems with regards to USB Tethering so another way to share your internet connection to your other devices is through WiFi Tethering.

If you have concerns, please nicely comment below.

I certainly know you've been having a hard time finding out how to speed up and reduce lags on your android device. Now, I would like to share to you one of the most effective ways to reduce lags on your android and dramatically speed it up by just installing a root required android application.

Let me introduce to you Seeder, an android application that generates entropy that results to a significant reduction of lags and boost its performance. Seeder works as a performance tuner and an android manager but it requires Root Access to perform. This one of the easiest way to boost your android's performance, you may also try disabling android services and apps to increase RAM on your android device.

Seeder: Speed up and Reduce Lags on Android

Let us begin with checking if your android device has root access to the system. If your device was not yet rooted, you must root it now (search "how to root android" in this blog for the guide).

Next step will be downloading of the Seeder application. To download the APK, you may visit the original thread of Seeder on XDA here and look for Seeder 2.0.0.apk or your may directly download it here. Now if your done, copy the downloaded Seeder app and move it to your android device.

From your android device, find the seeder application which you have copied and install it as a normal APK or android application. After installing, open it and you will notice that there's a combo box which you can select a RNG service performance profile. You may select whichever you want, in my case I use Aggressive and it works best. You may check Start automatically on boot to start it automatically when you have just turned on your android and you may also check Suspend RNG service while screen is off so it won't run when your screen is turned off.

Finally, turn it on to start the Service but make it sure that you have granted Superuser rights. You will see that the application keeps your entropy up, that means that the service is working and it speeds up and reduces lags on your android device.

Enjoy!

Android phone is one of the most favorite smartphones not only because it's more affordable than iOS or other smartphones but because of it's amazing built in features that can beat any expensive smartphones out there. Previously, I have written about how to create a WiFi hostpot on Windows 7/8 computer without using any software, so now, what this article is going to show you is how will you able to create a WiFi hotspot using your favorite android phones and how will you be able to share your internet connection with it.

What we need for this tutorial is an android phone and another android phone or devices which is WiFi capable just to test if created our network is working. In android term, we term WiFi hotspot as WiFi tethering, this is how we will gonna it.

Create a WiFi Hotspot using Android Phone

First, you must have a working internet connection, connect your android phone's data connection to be used as the source of your internet connection. To do that, go to Settings > Mobile Networks > Data Connection. A signal type should appear (H, 3G, LTE, E) above your signal icon on status.

Now to create a WiFi hotspot, go to Settings > Tethering and Portable Hotspot and set your hotspot configurations, Network SSID is your WiFi name, Security is for security type (you can set none so it will not require for password) and Password for your WiFi password then hit OK if you're done. If you're done setting up, mark Portable Wi-Fi hotspot check to turn it on then you're good to go.

To connect your other devices, simply turn your WiFi on and find the WiFi name that corresponds your config, connect to it, enter the password and you're done.

I know there's so many of you who wants to try editing or creating their own taste by modifying android apps or APK files. Here is the guide which you can use as your start to modding.

Here are the process which you need to know about APKTool Basics: Modding Android Apps.

First we must setup everything required apps. Download them here.
Now extract APKTool to:

C:\APKTool\

After all mentioned above, we are now ready for modding.

I. Installing Framework
II. Decompiling
III. Start Editing
IV. Recompile
V. Signing

APKTool Basics: Modding Android Apps

I. INSTALLING FRAMEWORK

Installing your ROM's framework will be the first thing to do when modding to obtain compatibility.

1. You must take/copy the "framework-res.apk" file from your current ROM and place it to APKTool folder, you can find it at "system/framework/framework-res.apk".

2. Go to APKTool folder and run "Command Prompt" file as administrator.

3. A command prompt will appear and type this command.

apktool if framework-res.apk

II. DECOMPILING

Decompiling is the process of decoding or producing the source codes of any program. Without decompiling a program, it is impossible to be read by human. We must decompile APK files so we can be able to edit XML files and smali files. 

To decompile an APK file, you must place it to APKTool folder and run command prompt. So this is the command to decompile.

apktool d sample.apk sample_folder

In my case I want to decompile my SystemUI.apk which is responsible for Statusbar elements.

After successful decompiling APK, a folder will be created as what you named it.

III. EDITING

This is the difficult part of modding. For now, start with replacing icons and PNGs but be sure it has the same file extension and the same size. 

You can find the icons and PNGs used in the APK by opening the decompiled APK folder

\res\drawable-nodpi

\res\drawable-hdpi or mdpi or ldpi, depends on your screen resolution.

I'll be posting more of it soon so let's just stick with the basic guides.

IV. RECOMPILING

This will be the stage of rebuilding the codes, XMLs and smali files back into a single APK file. To recompile, simply run the command prompt follow this command:

apktool b sample_folder_name new_sample.apk

In my case, I want to recompile my decompiled SystemUI folder.

V. SIGNING APK

Sign only non system apps unless you have modified AndroidManifest.xml file. From command prompt, type:

java -jar SignApk.jar testkey.x509.pem testkey.pk8 sample.apk signed_sample.apk

Done!




Credits to Rizal Lovins for the signing keys.

While I was waiting for my friends just near by CloudFone's kiosk, I suddenly noticed the highlighted  printed media ads, the newest CloudFone's Power Series; the android smartphone lineup packed up with MONSTER BATTERIES. After reading their ads, I've though for a second how long will these smartphones can take that you can even get tired of using these smartphones.

Nowadays, there's been to much of improvements in our locally branded smartphones. From single cores before turned to quad cores and octa cores, but the most common problem we encounter with our smartphones is battery. Now, CloudFone offers a great opportunity for android fanatics to taste their Power Series Smartphones and experience the feeling of not getting bothered by their previous battery issues.

CloudFone seems to be the very first mobile brand to release a smartphone having an extraordinary battery pack. CloudFone Thrill 430X, CloudFone 400QX, CloudFone Thrill 530QX and the newest from the list CloadFone Excite 400DX are the smartphone lineup under their Power Series. These smartphones have variety of features which the user can choose.

CloudFone Power Series: MONSTER Battery Android Smartphones

CloudFone Thrill 400QX

Android 4.1 Jelly Bean
4.0" IPS. 233 ppi, 800x480 pixels, OGS Scratch Resistant Capacitive Touch Screen
1.2 GHz Quad Core Cortex-A5 Qualcomm MSM8225Q
Adreno 203
512 MB RAM | 4 GB ROM expandable to 32 GB
8 MP Rear Cam with Auto focus and LED Flash
VGA Front Cam
Dual Sim, Dual Standby
GPRS/EDGE (Sim 1/Sim 2), 3G HSDPA 7.2 Mbps, HSUPA 5.76 Mbps (Sim 1)
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi hotspot, Bluetooth v3.0 with A2DP, 3.5 mm audio jack, MicroUSB 2.0, GPS
Accelerometer, Digital Compass, Proximity
Removable 1,450 mAh and 3,000 mAh Li-Ion battery pack
Php 5,999

CloudFone Thrill 430X

Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
4.3" qHD IPS, 540×960, 256 ppi
1.2GHz Qualcomm S4 Play Dual-Core
Adreno 203
768 MB RAM | 4 GB ROM Expandable up to 32 GB
Dual-SIM, Dual-standby
GPRS/EDGE/3G/HSDPA
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0, GPS w/ aGPS support
8MP autofocus rear camera w/ dual LED flash
2MP front camera
4,160mAh battery
Php 4,999

CloudFone Thrill 530QX

Android 4.2 Jelly Bean
5.3" IPS qHD 960x540 pixels, 208 ppi
1.2 GHz Quad Core ARM Cortex-A7 MediaTek MTK6589M
PowerVR SGX 544MP
1 GB RAM | 4 GB ROM, expandable up to 32 GB
12.0 MP Rear Cam with auto focus and LED Flash,
5 MP Fixed focus with wide-angle lens
Full HD 1080p 30 FPS Video Record
microUSB v2.0, USB OTG, 3.5 mm audio jack
Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, Wi-Fi hotspot, Bluetooth v3.0 with A2DP, EDR, GPS w/ A-GPS
Dual Sim, Dual Standby
GPRS/EDGE, 3G HSDPA, 21 Mbps; HSUPA, 5.76 Mbps, HSPA+;
Accelerometer, Digital Compass, Proximity Gyroscope
Removable Li-Ion 4,500 mAh battery
Php 9,999

CloudFone Thrill 400DX

4.2 Jelly Bean
4-inch WVGA Display
1.2 GHz Dual-core processor
512 MB RAM, 4 GB Expandable up to 32 GB
5 MP Rear camera
0.3 VGA Front camera
WiFi, HSPA+, Bluetooth, GPS
Black, Silver, Red
Interchangeable 3000 mAh and 1400 mAh battery
Php 2, 999

CloudFone Power Series: MONSTER Battery Android Smartphones

Credits to NoypiGeeks, Yugatech and Techpinas for the specs

Smartphones such as android phone and iPhone are very popular when it comes to advance technology it packs. As a smartphone user, I know that you've been facing a lot of troubles when it comes to your battery, that it could not even last a day. Know how to solve your battery problems with these easy tips.

Note: The following tips are also applicable to any mobile phones.

What you need:

A big amount of patience and exploration of your device.

iPhone | Android: Make battery last longer

1 Know how to turn off after using or if your not totally using it.

This is the most common problem that resides in the user not within the device. Your phone is designed to follow its master and you, as a user, are the master. Turning on any features requires power, therefore you must turn it off to save power.

Turn off Bluetooth

Turn off GPS

Turn off Wifi

Turn off Data Connection

Turn off Auto Sync

Turn off Notifications

Turn off Auto Rotation

2 Reduce brightness level.

You must not keep the brightness level at 100%. Adjust the brightness just enough that you can properly see your screen display. Screen brightness greatly increases battery consumption, therefore, you must know how to adjust them.

What I usually do:

Under the sunlight: 100% brightness level

On normal light: 40-50%

Night/Low light: 10-15%

3 Properly close applications after using. Do task killing.

Applications and services running on background takes a lot of RAM which requires an amount of power, therefore, in order to save more battery juice, you must close those apps and services after using.
Don't use power saving apps, it will only add apps running in background.

Here is an article for root android phones Disable Background Apps/Services in Android Phones which you can follow.

4 Keep away from heat.

Heat makes your battery drain fast. Also, it may cause damage to your phone's hardware. Keep it cool by avoiding it from hot places, let it sleep for a while or by turning off the features that makes your phone hot.

Your phone's temperature usually increases when playing games, making phone calls and browsing the net. Using the features that requires more of hardware power consumes more energy.

5 Minimize animations and effects on your phone.

Animations, live wallpapers and effects make your GPU and CPU work hard which eventually consumes more of your battery, thus, reducing or totally removing them not only saves you more battery but also makes your phone perform smoother and faster.

6 Reduce screen timeouts. Turn your screen off.

Turning your screen of makes your phone rest and sleep for a while. It significantly reduces your battery consumption since your LCD lights are turned off and some features are disabled when the phone is at sleep mode.

7 Use dark theme or background.

Using colorful designs forces your hardware especially your phones GPU to perform harder which therefore requires more battery power.

8 Avoid using Dual Mode. Only use GSM when not in browsing mode.

Using dual mode forces your signal to keep on searching better signal strength for it to be used. Note that cellular standby is the second thing that consumes more battery so you must prevent it. GSM mode is enough for making phone calls and messaging so there will be no problem about it.

9 Learn how to use Flight mode. (My Favorite)

Flight mode disables your phone's cellular standby which makes your battery last longer but sacrifices the ability to do calls, messaging and data connection but you may still use WiFi to browse the internet. Turning flight mode on is the best way to save battery and play games longer.

10 Power off phone if your not totally using.

This is very self explanatory. If you think you don't need your phone anymore, turn it off.

Do this simple steps for your phone, iPhone | Android: Make battery last longer is surely the best answer for your problem.

Are you getting annoyed by applications and services that automatically runs in background even you don't want to and eats too much of your RAM? Does your phone turns laggy when your just messaging and playing games? In this article, I will going to show you how to solve your android problems.

There was an app called "Disabled Service" which actually disables your applications and system services from running in background. This is surely very useful for those who had troubles with their RAM.

Disable Background Apps/Services in Android Phones

Video Tutorial

To disable backgroud apps/services in your android phones, your phone must have ROOT ACCESS and Disable Service app installed.

First, you need to download and install Disable Service app from Google Playstore.

Secondly, you have to look for the services that you want to disable. TAKE NOTE, you must understand and you must know what you are trying to disable.

Next, open Disable Service and look for the blue font-colored number count from the system name, it indicates the number of running services. The blue font-colored services are the current running services. Uncheck it to disable. The red font-colored number indicates the number of disabled system process.

Now, you have disabled background apps/services in your android phone.

MyPhone Ocean Lite: 4 inch Dual Core for Php 2,999

MyPhone Ocean Lite: 4 inch dual core smartphone. MyPhone released their lite and mini version of their MyPhone Agua series, a line up of entry level phones which are powerful enough to sustain your daily mobile needs. If you have already MyPhone Ocean Mini, you can obviously compare their differences, let us say a bigger version of Ocean Mini. This Ocean Lite has a bigger LDC size of 4 inch, build with a dual core processor for better multitasking, taking photos and videos, and a little bit of gaming. Most of its feature are the same with Ocean Mini which are just enough for a basic android users.

MyPhone Ocean Lite Specs

Dual Sim
Android 4.2 Jelly Bean
4” WVGA Capacitive Touchscreen
1 GHz Dual-Core Mediatek MT6572M Processor
512 MB ROM expandable up to 32 GB
256 MB RAM
3.2 MP Main Camera w/ Flash
VGA Front Camera
MP3 / MP4 / FM Radio/ Bluetooth, WiFi, GPRS/EDGE
Gravity Sensor
1500mAh Battery
Php 2,999

For a price like that, your budget is worth it.



Source: MyPhone

Cherry Mobile Topaz: Budget Dual-Core HSPA+ Android Only Php 2,299

Cherry Mobile Topaz: Another budget dual core smartphone has been unveiled by Cherry Mobile as a followup from its previous product Amethyst. If you are a Cherry Mobile fan, I'm sure you know that Cherry Mobile Topaz was built with almost the same specification that Cherry Mobile Amethyst has, what they primarily differ is the physical design. Topaz's curved corners made it more handy unlike Amethyst's.

Cherry Mobile Topaz Specs

Dual Sim
Android 4.2 Jelly Bean
3.5" Capacitive Touchscreen
1Ghz Dual-Core (Mediatek MT6572 to be confirmed)
Mali 400 GPU
2GB ROM (Expandable up to 32 GB)
256 RAM (to be confirmed)
2MP Rear Cam & 0.3MP Front Camera
WiFi, Bluetooth 4.0, 3G/HSPA+
Php 2,299

The specs are to be confirmed from Cherry Mobile itself since they have not posted the full specification of their product. I am sure this could be a hot buy for Cherry Mobile users.

Source: Cherry Mobile Facebook

HOW TO: Make your android phone look like iPhone

Android phone has been the 1st choice of the smartphone owner wanna be's since android smartphones are much affordable and offers great mobile experience. As android being a highly customizable operating system for smartphones, it is capable of changing schemes which allow users to take their own desired styles.

In this article, you will going to learn how to make your android phone look like iPhone by just following this easy steps or by following the video below:

HOW TO: Make your android phone look like iPhone

Step 1: Connect your android phone in the internet by connecting from WiFi or Data Connection.

Step 2: Open Google Playstore app from your app drawer and search "espier launcher"

Step 3: Select "Espier Launcher 7", download and install it.

Step 4: After the Espier Launcher 7 is installed, open it. Just skip the user guide.

Step 5: Now you've got your phone look like iPhone, set it as default launcher by pressing the Home button of your device, select Espier Launcher and tap "Always".

Step 6: Done! You may also download other iPhone plugins such as lockscreen and more by opening the Espier application from your app drawer.


Now, you already know how to make your android phone look like iPhone.

Help me share this cool stuff!

MyPhone Rio is the latest and the most affordable Quad-Core HD android as of this date. The powerful specs in it offers the users better android experience when it comes to games, medias and multitasking. On the other hand, the reigning most popular MyPhone a919i Duo was compared to this latest MyPhone flagship. Let's stop the bubbling and see it your self which is better.

MyPhone Rio vs MyPhone A919i Duo Specs Comparison

To the red corner is MyPhone a919i Duo and to the blue corner is MyPhone Agua Rio.

Features: Both are dual sim, dual standby, GPS and FM Radio, USB OTG support.

Physical Design: Both are using 3 soft capacitive buttons. +1 Physical color schemes for Rio.

Operating System: Android 4.1 Jelly Bean | Android 4.2 Jelly Bean. +1 for Rio.

CPU: 1.2 Ghz Quad Core MT6589 | 1.3 Ghz Quad Core MT6582M. (cores to be confirmed) +1 for Rio.

RAM: Both are 1 Gb.

GPU: PowerVR SGX544MP | Mali-400. +1 for Rio.

Screen: Both are IPS Capacitive Touchscreen

Resolution: Both are HD 1280x720 pixels, 294 ppi

Internal Memory: Both are 4Gb expandable up to 32 Gb.

Camera: Both are 8 MP rear cam and 2 MP front cam.

Connectivity: Both Bluetooth 4.0, 3G/HSPA+ up to 21 Mbps, Wifi, 3.5 mm audio jack

Sensor: Both Accelerometer, Proximity, Ambient Light, Sound, Magnetic, Orientation (To be confirmed)

Antutu Bechmark Score: around 12000 | around 16000

Battery: Both are 2000mAh.

Price: Php 6,300 | Php 4,999. +1 for Rio.

MyPhone Rio vs MyPhone A919i Duo Specs Comparison

MyPhone Rio's is an entry level, energy efficient yet powerful smartphone surely made for gamers and power lovers out there. MyPhone a919i Duo is a mid end smartphone which tops the local brands in overall performance. Though its GPU is single core, thus, made it almost perfect for gaming.



Source: MyPhone

http://www.noypigeeks.com/android/myphone-a919i-review/

http://www.myphone.com.ph/rio/ 

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Octa Core Android Phones in the Philippines

Starting year 2014, we have to expect new flagships of local and international mobile phone brands from their Octa Core smartphone releases. As of April 6, 2014, there are four current newly released octa core android phones in the Philippines. Novo7 Tech is now making its name in the android world by straight through releasing consecutive 8 core smartphones, Novo7 Tech's THL T100 Monkey King 2 and Novo7 Tech T200 Cyborg. Starmobile, as one of the local brands that's giving good quality smartphones in the Philippines, now releasing its Octa Core android phone flagship known as Starmobile Diamond X1. Cherry Mobile, after making its name as a local brand manufacturer which releases cheap and affordable smartphone released a very powerful Cosmos Z2 Octa Core android phone.

The following smartphone brands started the war among the best and powerful smartphone brands in the Philippines, this is only a start. We have to expect more flagships from their competitors and see how they will react to this Octa Core generation.

Here are the available Octa Core Android Phones in the Philippines:

Updated as of April 6, 2014

1. Novo7 Tech THL T100 Monkey King 2
2. Novo7 Tech THL T200 Cyborg
3. Starmobile Diamond X1
4. Cherry Mobile Cosmos Z2

Source:
Novo7 Tech Facebook Page
Starmobile Facebook Page
Cherry Mobile Facebook Page

GUIDE: Make Any Android Keyboard Transparent

There are always and easy way to apply tweaks on our android device. You may have made your android statusbar transparent or you may have made your framework transparent. For this post, I will going to show you how to make any android keyboard transparent by just following this easy steps.

You only need is brain for understanding the steps, an android phone and featuring Hacker's Keyboard.

Video GUIDE: Make Any Android Keyboard Transparent

Step 1: Go to Play Store app from your android device.

Step 2: Search "hacker's keyboard', hacker's keyboard app will appear and select it.

Step 3: Download and install hacker's keyboard.

Step 4: Open Hacker's Keyboard  installed app from your device and tap "Set Input  Method"

Step 5: Select "Input Methods" and mark "Hacker's Keyboard" and tap the settings icon.

Step 6: Select "Theme and Label settings > Keyboard Theme > select "Transparent Experimental".

Step 7: You can modify other options you like and now try it by opening app that can trigger the android keyboard like opening Messaging app.

Step 8: Drop down or expand the notification panel and select "Choose Input Method" select "Hacker's Keyboard.

Step 9: Done. Happy typing!

Customize | Make Statusbar Transparent for Android

Make your lockscreen even cooler by making your android statusbar transparent and modify other statusbar elements. This modification doesn't require your to be a good android modifier and this is even perfect for android newbies.

How To Customize | Make Statusbar Transparent

To do this you must have:

Only for android 4.1/4.2/4.3 Jelly Bean

Xposed Installer - download here credits to this site

Gravity Box - download here credits to this site

NOTE: This can only make statusbar transparent for lockscreen and launcher

Video Tutorial:

Step 1: Download and install Xposed Installer and Gravity Box in your android device.

Step 2: From your device, open Xposed Installer app and navigate to Framework and tap "Install/Update"

Step: 3: You may or may not reboot. Then, from Xposed Installer app, go to "Modules" and check Gravity Box.

Step 4: Reboot or Soft Reboot your phone.

Step 5: Open Gravity Box app and navigate to "Transparency Management", set your lockscreen transparency by moving the "Statusbar for lockscreen" or set your launcher transparency by moving "Statusbar for launcher"

Step 6: Press the power to lock your screen and see the changes.

Step 7: Done. You may modify your statusbar more by navigating to "Statusbar tweaks".

Customize | Make Statusbar Transparent

How to ROOT MyPhone Rio?

Do you want to Root your MyPhone Agua Rio but can't find how? Here is a trick you can use to your cool android device. MyPhone Rio is one of the most affordable yet powerful smartphone out there, so I won't be surprised if there is someone who will try to uncap its full performance.

By checking out MyPhone Agua Rio's Specs and knowing its good price tag, I will not be surprised if too many android users aspire to purchase and tweak this phone.

Note: There are times that rooting doesn't get successful on first attempt, so you can try it over again. Further, please backup your current ROM or your data before proceeding.

Disclaimer: As always, you are responsible for any damage it will cause. Rooting may void your warranty, unroot it to regain it.

There are two ways to root your MyPhone Rio:

1. Root it without using PC, via Framaroot (the easy way, TESTED and RECOMMENDED)
2. Root it by using a computer (untested, no one has sent me any feedback yet)

How to ROOT MyPhone Rio by using Framaroot

1. Download Framaroot.apk credits to xda

2. Move Framaroot.apk to your MyPhone Rio local or external storage, any location you want and install it. (Make sure you have enabled installing apps from Unknown Sources to install this, go to Settings - Security - check "Unknown Sources").

3. Now, open the installed Framaroot app, select "Install SuperSU" and tap "Barahir".

4. Reboot your phone.

5. Check if there is SuperSU app in your app drawer.

6. Done. Enjoy!

How to ROOT MyPhone Rio using Computer

You need:
1. PC/Laptop
2. MyPhone Rio
3. USB Cable

Step 1: First, download ADB driver as well as Root Genius. Install the driver and extract Root Genius to your desired location.

Step 2: Set your MyPhone Rio in USB Debugging mode. Go to Settings > Developer Options.

Step 3: Connect your MyPhone Rio to your PC/Laptop,

Step 4: Open Root Genius (make sure to run it as admin), your device must be recognized, if not, install your ADB drivers first. If your phone was recognized, press "Root Now" to start the process.

Step 5: Wait for the process to be completed and your phone should reboot, if not, reboot it manually.

Step 6: Done. Check your app drawer if there was superuser or supersu app installed and use apps like root checker to verify that your are fully rooted.

So far rooting process are safe even if it fails. Try it and leave a comment if it's a success. GOOD LUCK!


Consider other tweaks for your Rio:

Root MyPhone Rio using VRoot

Root MyPhone Rio using Root Genius

Install CWMR / TWRP on MyPhone Agua Rio






Happy Rooting MyPhone Rio!
Credits to CMM International for this post.